Launch Service
Hours, channel 68, rules and etiquette
Hours
The launch operates from late spring into fall and monitors VHF channel 68 during operating hours. There is no per-ride fee; annual dues support the service. Tipping the driver is at your discretion.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Tuesday and Thursday | 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Saturday and Sunday | 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
Hours change with the season and driver availability; holiday hours are announced by email. Questions about launch service go to the Launch Services Committee chair, Brendan Cooney (br_cooney@mac.com), or the Vice Commodore, Kevin McCoole, for launch drivers.
Our launch makes over a thousand trips each summer, so please have all your crew present before venturing out to your boat.
Launch rules and etiquette
Strictly enforced
- Maximum capacity: six passengers
- No open containers at any time
- The driver's directions on seating, trim, boarding and safety are to be followed without exception
- Those requesting and utilizing the KPYC launch service do so at their own risk and agree to hold harmless The Kittery Point Yacht Club, its Board of Directors, officers, employees and members from any and all damage, loss or injury resulting from said launch service.
- Launch capacity is limited to six (6) passengers.
- The "No Open Container" rule is in effect at all times.
- Directions of the launch driver with respect to seating positions, trim of the boat, embarking, debarking and any other safety related issues are to be followed without exception.
- In the interest of better service and efficiency, the launch driver may at his or her discretion, and not exceeding launch capacity, take aboard individuals or parties traveling to the same or nearby destination regardless of their position in the queue awaiting launch service.
- All members and guests will maintain decorum that is conducive to good order and is considerate of others.
- Unaccompanied non-members and guests will be afforded launch service to a member's boat provided that member is already on board his or her vessel.
- Please plan around the posted hours and make alternative transportation arrangements as needed.
- Comments, complaints, issues or suggestions on any aspect of Club operations should be directed to any Director, the House Committee Chair, or the Commodore. Contact information is on the contacts page and the Club bulletin board.